Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act are federal civil rights laws that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities.

The intent of these law is to provide students with disabilities equal access to educational programs, services, and activities. Students with disabilities may not be denied participation in school programs and activities solely on the basis of disability.

The District is required to ensure that students and other individuals with disabilities, including parents, are not denied access to programs or activities because of inaccessible facilities, including school buildings, walkways, restrooms, playgrounds, and parking spaces. Additionally, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act provide individuals with disabilities the equal opportunity to participate in and enjoy the benefits of the school's services, programs, and activities, including possible provision of auxiliary aids and services where necessary to afford disabled individuals such access. This includes ensuring effective communication with individuals who have hearing, vision, or speech disabilities, and making reasonable modifications to policies, practices, and procedures to avoid discrimination unless doing so would fundamentally alter the nature of the service, program, or activity.

Parents and/or students can contact their school administrator, school counselor, or school nurse if they have questions about Section 504 or ADA.

West Ada employees who need assistance with questions about Section 504 or ADA should contact the Human Resources Department.

Should any individual seek information about the existence and location of the accessible services, activities, and facilities available at the school shall direct inquiries to:

Dr. David Reinhart, Chief Operations Officer
1303 E. Central Drive
Meridian, ID 83642
208-855-4500

504 Important Documents

• Section 504 Parent and Student Rights

• 504 Grievance Procedures and Form

504 Important Links

• Parent and Educator Resource Guide to Section 504 in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools

• West Ada School District Policy 602.63: Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973